Now that the rebranding of the DSA (changed to DVSA) has taken place, and the announcement that changes to vehicle tax has been made, the theory test in Britain is set for some changes. In part one Book Theory Test Today picks out some common car theory test questions likely to be altered following the changes.
In the first instance the DVSA has removed three car theory test revision questions completely, which are:
1. When you apply to renew your vehicle excise licence (tax disc) what must you have?
a) Valid insurance.
b) The old tax disc.
c) The vehicle handbook.
d) A valid driving licence.
2. A Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) will last
a) For the life of the vehicle.
b) For as long as you own the vehicle.
c) For 12 months only.
d) Until the vehicle warranty expires.
3. A Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) is valid
a) For as long as the vehicle has an MOT.
b) For 12 months only.
c) Only if the vehicle is more than 3 years old.
d) Provided the vehicle is insured.
For the purposes of theory test revision, the following questions will be altered. So as you prepare to book your theory test online, make sure you familiarise yourself with the new theory test questions likely to appear during your assessment.
Your vehicle needs a current MOT certificate. Until you have one you will NOT be able to?
Mark one answer…
a) Renew your driving licence.
b) Change your insurance company.
c) Renew your road tax.
d) Notify a change of address.
The answer is: C
What must you have when you apply to renew your vehicle excise licence?
Mark one answer…
a) Valid insurance.
b) The chassis number.
c) The handbook.
d) A valid driving licence.
The answer is: A
Which of these is needed before you can use a vehicle on the road legally?
Mark one answer…
a) A valid driving licence.
b) Breakdown cover.
c) Proof of your identity.
d) A vehicle handbook.
The answer is: A
You have just passed your test. How can you reduce your risk of being involved in a collision?
Mark one answer…
a) By always staying close to the vehicle in front.
b) By never going over 40 mph.
c) By staying only in the left-hand lane on all roads.
d) By taking further training.
The answer is: D
For how long is a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) valid?
Mark one answer…
a) Until the vehicle is taxed, sold or scrapped.
b) Until the vehicle is insured and MOT’d.
c) Until the vehicle is repaired or modified.
d) Until the vehicle is used on the road.
The answer is: A
What is a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN)?
Mark one answer…
a) A notification to tell the DVSA that a vehicle does not have a current MOT.
b) Information kept by the police about the owner of the vehicle.
c) A notification to tell the DVLA that a vehicle is not being used on the road.
d) Information held by insurance companies to check the vehicle is insured.
The answer is: C
What does a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) tell the DVLA?
Mark one answer…
a) That your vehicle is being used on the road but the MOT has expired.
b) That you no longer own the vehicle.
c) That your vehicle is not being used on the road.
d) That you are buying a personal number plate.
The answer is: C
Motorway emergency telephones connect to the police or which other organisation?
Mark one answer…
a) The Highways Agency.
b) The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency.
c) The Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency.
d) The local Vehicle Registration Office.
The answer is: A
Your vehicle must have valid insurance cover before you can do what?
Mark one answer…
a) Make a SORN declaration.
b) Sell the vehicle.
c) Scrap the vehicle.
d) Obtain a tax disc.
The answer is: D
Watch this space for part two, where Book Theory Test Today will cover changes made to motorcycle theory test questions.
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